Candie Carawan

About the Author

Candie Carawan is a dedicated historian and folklorist whose work illuminates the profound role of music in social justice movements. With a deep-rooted passion for preserving the voices of the marginalized, she has spent decades researching and documenting the cultural expressions that fueled America's fight for equality. Her seminal book, Sing for Freedom: The Story of the Civil Rights Movement Through Its Songs, captures the power of spirituals, protest anthems, and freedom songs that rallied communities during the turbulent 1960s. Drawing from personal interviews, archival recordings, and firsthand experiences in the South, Carawan's writing bridges history and humanity, inspiring readers to recognize the enduring legacy of collective song as a tool for liberation and change.